Latest news with #MohammedbinAbdulrahmanAl-Thani
Euronews
5 days ago
- Politics
- Euronews
US envoy Witkoff lands in Sardinia ahead of Gaza ceasefire talks
The US' Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff has arrived in Sardinia for talks with representatives from Israel and Qatar about a potential ceasefire in the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. The senior White House official, who landed at Olbia airport on Thursday, is expected to meet Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani and Israeli Minister for Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer. Their meeting comes as Israel and Hamas attempt to reach an agreement about a truce in Gaza and the release of hostages held by the latter since its 7 October 2023 attack on southern Israel. Talks between Witkoff and the Qatari and Israeli officials are expected to take place on the Costa Smeralda, where Qatar, through its sovereign wealth fund, owns several luxury hotels. What is being discussed in the Gaza negotiations Hamas confirmed that it has submitted its response to the Israeli proposal for a 60-day ceasefire. It seeks amendments to the clauses on the entry of humanitarian aid, the areas from which the Israeli army should withdraw and guarantees on a definitive end to the war. As so often in the past months, the agreement is stuck on Israel's failure to guarantee a military withdrawal from the enclave, which Hamas demands for a long-term end to hostilities and the release of all remaining hostages. A ceasefire that was negotiated in January ended in March, when the Israeli government refused to proceed with its second and third phases, which included commitments to end the war and begin the reconstruction of Gaza. Speaking on Wednesday, Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz issued a threat to Hamas. "If the hostages are not released soon, the gates of hell will open," he said. Israel is under pressure both internally, where the executive is increasingly dependent on the ultra-nationalist right wing, and externally after growing calls from the international community to stop the war. In a letter submitted on Thursday, 65 MEPs asked the EU High Representative for Foreign Policy Kaja Kallas to propose a comprehensive package of sanctions against Israel and the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF). The request comes after more than 1,000 Palestinians have been killed since late May while queuing at the US- and Israel-backed GHF's aid distribution sites. Meanwhile, more than 100 charity and human rights groups said on Wednesday that Israel's blockade and its ongoing military offensive risked mass starvation in Gaza. The Israeli government's 'restrictions, delays, and fragmentation under its total siege have created chaos, starvation, and death," the letter said.
Business Recorder
22-07-2025
- Sport
- Business Recorder
Qatar bids to host 2036 Olympic Games
DOHA: Doha is bidding host the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games, authorities said on Tuesday, as the wealthy Gulf state sets its sights on yet another major sport event to diversify its energy-reliant economy. One of the smallest and wealthiest states in the Gulf, Qatar had already hosted the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Should it be chosen, Qatar would become the first country in the Middle East and North Africa to host the Olympic Games, said Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani. 'The official bid submitted by the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) to host the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games represents a new milestone in Qatar's journey,' he said in a statement shared on the official Qatar News Agency. India's 2036 Games bid a chance to boost infrastructure, says sports governance expert 'The bid builds on Qatar's proven track record of successfully hosting major international sporting events, most notably the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022,' Sheikh Mohammed added. Amnesty International and other rights groups claimed thousands of migrant workers died in the lead-up to the 2022 tournament, though Doha has said only 37 workers on World Cup projects perished – and only three in work-related accidents. President of the Qatar Olympic Committee Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani said Doha had ' made sport a central pillar of our national strategy'. 'We currently have 95 percent of the required sports infrastructure in place to host the Games, and we have a comprehensive national plan to ensure 100 percent readiness of all facilities,' he said. Countries are no longer required to make their Olympic bids public. The Games are meant to rotate continents every season. With the 2024, 2028, and 2032 editions set for Europe, North America, and Oceania, there are high chances the 2036 Olympic Games will be held in Asia – or in Africa, which would be a first. Choosing the next host of the games will be the first major project for the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) new president Kirsty Coventry, who last month became the first woman to lead the body.
New Indian Express
22-07-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Qatar bids to host 2036 Olympic Games
DOHA: Doha is bidding host the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games, authorities said on Tuesday, as the wealthy Gulf state sets its sights on yet another major sport event to diversify its energy-reliant economy. One of the smallest and wealthiest states in the Gulf, Qatar had already hosted the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Should it be chosen, Qatar would become the first country in the Middle East and North Africa to host the Olympic Games, said Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani. "The official bid submitted by the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) to host the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games represents a new milestone in Qatar's journey," he said in a statement shared on the official Qatar News Agency. "The bid builds on Qatar's proven track record of successfully hosting major international sporting events, most notably the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022," Sheikh Mohammed added.
Al-Ahram Weekly
22-07-2025
- Sport
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Olympics: Qatar bids to host 2036 Olympic games - Omni sports
Doha is bidding host the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games, authorities said on Tuesday, as the wealthy Gulf state sets its sights on yet another major sport event to diversify its energy-reliant economy. One of the smallest and wealthiest states in the Gulf, Qatar had already hosted the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Should it be chosen, Qatar would become the first country in the Middle East and North Africa to host the Olympic Games, said Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani. "The official bid submitted by the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) to host the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games represents a new milestone in Qatar's journey," he said in a statement shared on the official Qatar News Agency. "The bid builds on Qatar's proven track record of successfully hosting major international sporting events, most notably the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022," Sheikh Mohammed added. Amnesty International and other rights groups claimed thousands of migrant workers died in the lead-up to the 2022 tournament, though Doha has said only 37 workers on World Cup projects perished -- and only three in work-related accidents. President of the Qatar Olympic Committee Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani said Doha had " made sport a central pillar of our national strategy". "We currently have 95 percent of the required sports infrastructure in place to host the Games, and we have a comprehensive national plan to ensure 100 percent readiness of all facilities," he said. Countries are no longer required to make their Olympic bids public. The Games are meant to rotate continents every season. With the 2024, 2028, and 2032 editions set for Europe, North America, and Oceania, there are high chances the 2036 Olympic Games will be held in Asia -- or in Africa, which would be a first. Choosing the next host of the games will be the first major project for the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) new president Kirsty Coventry, who last month became the first woman to lead the body. (For more sports news and updates, follow Ahram Online Sports on Twitter at @AO_Sports and on Facebook at AhramOnlineSports.) Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
The Journal
22-07-2025
- Sport
- The Journal
Qatar confirms bid to host 2036 Olympic Games
The 42 DOHA IS BIDDING to host the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games as the wealthy Gulf state sets its sights on yet another major sport event to diversify its energy-reliant economy. One of the smallest and wealthiest states in the Gulf, Qatar has already hosted the 2022 Fifa World Cup. Should it be chosen, Qatar would become the first country in the Middle East and North Africa to host the Olympic Games, said Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani. 'The official bid submitted by the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) to host the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games represents a new milestone in Qatar's journey,' he said in a statement shared on the official Qatar News Agency. 'The bid builds on Qatar's proven track record of successfully hosting major international sporting events, most notably the Fifa World Cup Qatar 2022,' Sheikh Mohammed added. Amnesty International and other rights groups claimed thousands of migrant workers died in the lead-up to the 2022 tournament, though Doha has said only 37 workers on World Cup projects perished — and only three in work-related accidents. Advertisement President of the Qatar Olympic Committee Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani said Doha had 'made sport a central pillar of our national strategy'. 'We currently have 95% of the required sports infrastructure in place to host the Games, and we have a comprehensive national plan to ensure 100% readiness of all facilities,' he said. Countries are no longer required to make their Olympic bids public. The Games are meant to rotate continents every season. With the 2024, 2028, and 2032 editions set for Europe, North America, and Oceania, there are high chances the 2036 Olympic Games will be held in Asia — or in Africa, which would be a first. Choosing the next host of the games will be the first major project for the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) new president Kirsty Coventry, who last month became the first woman to lead the body. – © AFP 2025 Written by AFP and originally published on The 42 whose award-winning team produces original content that you won't find anywhere else: on GAA, League of Ireland, women's sport and boxing, as well as our game-changing rugby coverage, all with an Irish eye. Subscribe here .
